Äkäslompolo weather in October (Lapland, Finland)

How's the weather trend in Äkäslompolo as October approaches? Wondering about the weather this month? Our guide has all the details you need.

Temperatures

October in Äkäslompolo generally includes low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. The daytime often sees temperatures reaching 4°C, but nighttime brings a cool-down to -3°C. Known for its cold temperatures, this month requires warm clothing. Ensure you dress appropriately to stay comfortable.

Precipitation

Äkäslompolo in October usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 59 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, you can expect around 19 days of snow/rain.

Average sunshine

The city usually sees around 61 hours of sunlight, indicating fewer sunny days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, October may not be the ideal month to visit Äkäslompolo. July typically offers the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Äkäslompolo climate page with graphs.

 

Äkäslompolo, monthly averages in October

Min Temperature -3°C  

Max Temperature 4°C  

Chance of Rain 62%  

Precipitation 59 mm  

Rainy days 19 days  

Sunshine 61 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Kittilä, Finland (32 KM, 20 Miles).

Where to go in Finland in October

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Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

3/10

Walking

3/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

3/10

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